Malaysia: The Home Ministry (KDN) has intensified joint enforcement operations to tackle the impact of the global energy crisis on supply chains and economic security, seizing RM11.05 million worth of goods from April 12 to 16.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail reported that the operation resulted in 40 arrests, with seizures from 18 diesel cases totalling RM10.41 million, nine petrol cases amounting to RM413,209.40, and five cases involving LPG and cooking oil valued at RM153,628.

The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) also played a significant role in these operations, seizing logistics assets such as 30 gas cylinders, a cargo boat, and outboard engines in the waters of Tawau, Sabah. This was shared by the Home Minister in a Facebook post detailing KDN's Security and Enforcement Status Report, dated April 16, concerning the West Asia Crisis Impact.

The approach, described by Saifuddin Nasution as a demonstration of the ministry's commitment, aims to combat energy resource leakages through strategic cooperation among agencies, including the Royal Malaysia Police and the MMEA. He emphasized that there would be no compromise on leakages or smuggling and that enforcement efforts would continue to strengthen through teamwork and robust data.

Saifuddin Nasution also highlighted KDN's ongoing efforts to enhance readiness and operations, aiming to ensure public wellbeing and national stability are protected amidst the challenges posed by the global energy crisis.